Test Development Engineer

Enterprise Recruitment Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Enterprise Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Test Development Engineer to join an established engineering team responsible for developing and maintaining automated test systems used to validate highly technical products before they reach customers.

You'll work on software that controls automated test equipment, interface with production systems and ensure products meet the highest quality standards, with exposure to hardware and control systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Experience with LabVIEW, C#, VB.NET or similar languages.
• Experience developing software for automated test equipment and production systems.
• Understanding electronics and hardware control for industrial applications.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex software and system issues.
• Knowledge of databases, services and system integration.
• Experience building operator interfaces or HMIs.
• Familiarity with PLCs or automation controls is advantageous.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Degree in Software or Electronics Engineering or equivalent industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop software that controls automated test equipment and interfaces with production systems.
• Improve existing automated test platforms and troubleshoot system issues.
• Support introduction of new products into manufacturing environments.
• Take ownership of projects and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with software, electronics and mechanical engineers to deliver robust solutions.

Skills

Software development

Industrial automation

Electronic systems knowledge

Troubleshooting

Databases & integration

Education

Software/Electronics Engineering degree

Tools

LabVIEW

C#

VB.NET

Job description

Test Development Engineer

As manufacturing systems become more advanced, the software that controls and validates them becomes increasingly important. This opportunity sits within an established engineering team responsible for developing and maintaining sophisticated automated test systems used to validate highly technical products before they reach customers.

Working as part of a specialist team, you'll be involved in the development of software that controls automated test equipment, interfaces with production systems and helps ensure products meet the highest quality standards. The role combines software engineering with a practical understanding of electronics and control systems, making it ideal for someone who enjoys seeing their code interact with real-world hardware.

Day to day, you could be developing new software functionality, improving existing automated test platforms, troubleshooting system issues or supporting the introduction of new products into manufacturing. You'll work closely with software, electronics and mechanical engineers, gaining exposure to a wide range of technologies whilst helping deliver solutions that directly support production and engineering teams.

The team is well established but entering an exciting period of succession planning and growth. With several experienced engineers providing significant technical expertise, there is a clear opportunity for someone to develop into a senior position over time. Longer term, there is also potential to progress into a technical leadership role as the team continues to evolve.

Whilst experience with LabVIEW would be beneficial, the business is open to engineers from a broader software development background. If you've developed software for industrial systems, automation equipment, production machinery, test equipment or similar environments and enjoy solving complex technical problems, you'll find plenty of opportunity to make an impact in this role.

This position would suit someone who enjoys a combination of software development, engineering problem-solving and working closely with physical systems. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of projects, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and help develop the next generation of automated test solutions.

Key Skills & Experience

• 5+ years' software development experience
• Experience with LabVIEW, C#, VB.NET or similar programming languages
• Experience developing software for automated systems, test equipment or manufacturing environments
• Understanding of electronic systems and hardware control
• Experience troubleshooting complex software and system issues
• Knowledge of databases, software services and system integration
• Experience developing operator interfaces or HMI systems
• Understanding of PLCs, automation systems or industrial controls would be advantageous
• Ability to work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience within manufacturing, industrial automation, electronics or test engineering environments
• Degree qualified in Software Engineering, Electronics Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience

Please note: sponsorship is not available for this position